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New Course for 2020 – CP47 Single Cylinder Inspection Module
CP47 Single Cylinder Inspection Module Successful completion of this module will enable operators to carry out inspections on individual cylinders and mobile pressure equipment. BCGA CP47 states that it is essential that at least an annual inspection is carried out on individual portable or mobile pressure equipment. All delegates will receive instruction on the correct […]
Safety in the Workplace – The Human Factor
Safety in the Workplace – The Human Factor Human Factors can play a huge part in accidents and near misses within the workplace. When it comes to the safe use of compressed gases, effective training and the sharing of information play a crucial role in reducing risks caused by Human Factors. In the UK we […]
NEW! Dry Ice Safety e-Learning course
NEW! Dry Ice Safety e-Learning course PGS are excited to introduce our new e-Learning course Dry Ice Safety! We have used our extensive industry knowledge coupled with state-of-the-art e-learning technology to create an engaging learning experience for all users of Dry Ice from cold chain distribution to stage production. Through identifying the hazards and risks associated with Dry Ice, we […]
Proactive Gas Safety, training options during covid-19
Proactive Gas Safety, training options during Covid-19 As with many training organisations and businesses, all Proactive Gas Safety training activity ground to a sudden halt on 18th March 2020. The initial lockdown period was a shock to us all and it was a troubling time, thankfully all PGS staff and families have remained safe and healthy. Hopefully, by taking care, […]
Thorough examination and Testing of Equipment during Covid-19
The HSE have issued advice to companies who have plant & equipment which requires Thorough Examination and Testing (TE&T). Where a company has a duty to carry out TE&T, the HSE’s approach during the Covid-19 outbreak will be pragmatic. If it is not possible for a scheduled examination or inspection to take place, you should adopt a risk-based process to […]
New Course for 2020 – CP47 Single Cylinder Inspection Module
CP47 Single Cylinder Inspection Module Successful completion of this module will enable operators to carry out inspections on individual cylinders and mobile pressure equipment. BCGA CP47 states that it is essential that at least an annual inspection is carried out on individual portable or mobile pressure equipment. All delegates will receive instruction on the correct procedure required to safely and […]
Safety in the Workplace – The Human Factor
Safety in the Workplace – The Human Factor Human Factors can play a huge part in accidents and near misses within the workplace. When it comes to the safe use of compressed gases, effective training and the sharing of information play a crucial role in reducing risks caused by Human Factors. In the UK we have access to equipment that […]
Welding Fume Control
Safety Alert from the HSE The Workplace Health Expert Committee has endorsed the reclassification of mild steel welding fume as a human carcinogen. This is because there is new scientific evidence that exposure to all welding fume, including mild steel welding fume, can cause lung cancer. There is also limited evidence linked to kidney cancer. Therefore the Health & Safety […]
Safe Use of Single Gas Cylinders
Working safely with gas cylinders Whilst gas cylinders are common place in many working environments it is important not to become complacent about the potential hazards of such cylinders. There are a number of safety issues that should be addressed to maintain a safe working environment. For example an average Argon cylinder weighs approximately 95kg, almost 4 times heavier than […]
CP7 Gas Equipment Inspector courses in partnership with ESAB
PGS are delighted to partner with ESAB, to deliver Oxy-Fuel CP7 Gas Equipment Inspector courses “ESAB are highly respected within the welding industry and their inspector course has long been recognised as a leading training solution for gas inspectors.PGS are therefore delighted to be offered the opportunity, to take over the reins and deliver our CP7 Gas Equipment Inspector training […]
Date marking of gas accessories
BCGA issue TIS 18 Revision 3: 2018 – Date marking of gas accessories Gas equipment will age and deteriorate over time, regardless of the external appearance, internal components such as rubber valves and seals will deteriorate from the time of manufacture. It is for this reason that regular equipment inspections are required. TS18 refers to components, such as pressure regulators, […]
Flashback Arrestors Standard Update
Flashback Arrestors (FBA) Gas Welding Equipment Safety Devices incorporating a flame (flashback) arrestor BS EN 730-1:2002 has been replaced by BS EN ISO 5175-1:2017 Flashback Arrestors purchased from 2018 may now be seen with the new number ISO 5175-1 5 Year Life Replace Flashback Arrestors every 5 years or according to manufacturer’s recommendations Check the manufacturer’s date stamp or coding […]